A River Trilogy - By John O'Reilly

A River Trilogy provides a wonderful opportunity for first year bands to work on legato style. After an original introduction, the full ensemble plays the African-American spiritual "Deep River." A clarinet and flute duet ushers in the early English folk song "The Water is Wide," and the full band concludes with a lovely treatment of the American classic "Shenandoah." (2:15) Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 28.

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A Rockin' Halloween - Arr. Michael Story

For your early young band program A Rockin' Halloween is just the ticket. Joining three great Halloween tunes (Ghostbusters, Werewolves in London, and Scooby Doo, Where Are You?), Michael Story has compiled quite a bag of treats! It's more fun than spooky and a perfect selection for use in recruiting concerts as well. This title is available in SmartMusic.

A Royal Christmas - Traditional / arr. Michael Story

Here's a tasteful combination of "We Three Kings of Orient Are" and "Good King Wenceslas." Michael Story's newest holiday masterpiece, A Royal Christmas, is a deliciously regal addition to your beginners' very first holiday concert. (1:50)

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A Saint-sational Trio! - Traditional / arr. Michael Story

Spotlight your three hottest trumpet soloists in this Dixieland-style feature. Based on "When the Saints Go Marching In," this fresh arrangement has a contemporary high-energy flavor. Swing on in with some hip saints! (3:45) This title is available in SmartMusic.

A Salute to New York City (Medley) - Arr. Jack Bullock

Every song that brings New York City to mind has been crafted into a medley especially for your concert band. A Salute to New York City contains "New York, New York," "Give My Regards to Broadway," "Forty-Second Street," "The Sidewalks of New York (East Side, West Side)," and "Theme from New York, New York." A musical toast to this regal city that's sure to please. (4:23)

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A Shaker Hymn - Arr. John O'Reilly

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A Shaker March - Arr. John Kinyon

Here's a charming and unique march-style arrangement of the well-known Shaker melody "The Gift to be Simple." Countermelodies and contrasting question-and-answer sections add plenty of musical interest without over-extending the technique of your beginning band. Add a slice of Americana to your next concert!

A Showstoppin' Christmas - Arranged by Chris Sharp

Deck the halls with this Broadway-style yuletide treat! Your audience will be filled with the Christmas spirit after this uplifting medley. Chris Sharp brings his wealth of commercial arranging experience to bear in this holiday spectacular that includes everything from classical to swing and funk! Ideal as a closer or encore work, this grand finale is sure to bring the house down!

A Solitary Wish - By Brian Balmages

This emotional and reflective work paints a stunning picture of the holiday season as seen through the eyes of a homeless person on a street corner. The music relies heavily on a juxtaposition of the Ukrainian Bell Carol and Greensleeves, painting a picture of a lonely person who is eventually joined by others. Ultimately, a quartet performs in dramatic fashion before switching to a final duet, leaving the homeless person with a granted wish - company. A stunning and unique work that brings incredible awareness to the holidays and the true spirit of giving.

A Song of Hanukkah - Hebrew Folk Song / arr. Robert Sheldon

"Ma'oz Tzur" has been a favorite song for the Season of Lights for generations. This stirring arrangement by Robert Sheldon sparkles with the joy of the holidays. (2:10) Correlates to Book 2, level 2.

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